Tamil Nadu Β· Culinary Guide
An authoritative guide to the city's essential dishes, notable restaurants, and definitive street food.
Dishes locals love β click any dish to explore where else it's popular across India.
Steamed rice cakes with lentil stew, available at any local tiffin centre, rupees 30-50
Thin rice crepes, various fillings, available at local tiffin centres, rupees 40-80
Savory fried lentil doughnuts, available at local tiffin centres, rupees 20-40
Strong, sweet South Indian coffee, available at tea stalls, rupees 15-30
Shredded flatbread stir-fried with egg/meat/vegetables, available at roadside eateries, rupees 80-150
Crispy flat fritters, a local specialty, available at street stalls, rupees 10-20 per piece
Full South Indian thali with rice, curries, and accompaniments, available at local restaurants, rupees 80-150
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